Hood River Real Estate Update

The Columbia River Gorge is a region located in both Oregon and Washington divided by the Columbia River. It starts just past Troutdale which is east of Portland and continues about 85 miles. The scenery through the gorge is spectacular with many micro climates along the way from "rain forest" to "high desert" and in between. If you are interested in moving to the Columbia Gorge area I have lived here since 1985 and know the market well. I specialize in Hood River real estate. I also sell Skamania County real estate, The Dalles real estate and Klickitat County real estate.  I am a member of the Mid Columbia Board of Realtors, Oregon Assn of Realtors, and National Assn of Realtors. I especially like to help people find exactly what they're looking for and I work very hard doing that.

I took this picture the other day near Rock Creek Cove in Stevenson, Wa. I love the mix of sunlight and sky with the reflection of hills on the water. Stevenson is a quaint small town to visit in the Columbia River Gorge. It is home to the Columbia Gorge Interpretive Center, The Skamania Lodge, and the nearby Bonneville Dam. I am very familiar with the Stevenson Washington area as I lived in Stevenson for 6 years. If you are interested in buying a home in Stevenson I would be happy to help you find what you're looking for. Please visit my website at: Amy McAllister Realty

Located in the Columbia River  just downstream of Mosier, Oregon and approximately four miles east of Hood River at River Mile 174 is an island which is often referred to as Chicken Charlie's Island.  Eighteen Mile Island gained this name from the man who resided on the island from 1915 until his death in 1963.  Apparently Charles Reither preferred the seclusion of this river island to life ashore. It is believed that he raised chickens on the island, thus "Chicken Charlie's Island".  There is one house located on the island. It has been for sale at different times during the past 15 years. You can best view this island when you are driving west on I84 from Mosier to Hood River.

Below are more pictures of the island and house from the Expired listing. 

Disclaimer: I assume no responsibilty for accuracy of information provided within this post and blog. The entries on this blog are based on the opinions and  ideas of the author and are provided without warranties of any kind, either expressed or implied.   

Here's some timely information on Oregon property taxes. Thanks Thesa

These are some of the many Historic Homes in Hood River. I especially love the house with the large white columns. It is located on a dead end st. on the east end of town not far from the May St. Elementary School.  For a nice walk, starting downtown on State St. go up the stairs by the Memorial Fountain and Horsefeathers, through Stratton Gardens, up the 2nd st. stairs all sections to Montello at the top. Continue west on Montello passing many of the beautiful historic Hood River homes. At 9th turn North just past Waucoma Park down the steps then past the Children's Park and continue to State St. I try and walk this loop at least once a week and never tire of the scenery.

Direct from the RMLS-Regional Multiple Listing Service. This what the Hood River market reveals January-October 2008.  Hood River-includes:HR City, HR Westside, & HR Eastside areas. Year to date 131 homes have sold with an average sales price of $378.233. Total homes listed during Jan-Oct 2008 was 287.

Month	Year	Units Listed	Listed Volume	Listed Average	Units Sold	Sold Volume	Sold Average	Average DOM	Average CDOM
Jan	2008	19	8,772,000	461,684	8	3,337,876	417,234	111	161
Feb	2008	33	13,269,489	402,105	11	4,248,165	386,196	86	117
Mar	2008	28	12,069,100	431,039	9	2,714,900	301,655	166	173
Apr	2008	51	25,164,970	493,430	12	5,264,500	438,708	149	196
May	2008	45	18,493,177	410,959	20	7,116,300	355,815	99	136
Jun	2008	25	13,485,400	539,416	14	6,282,000	448,714	55	141
Jul	2008	36	14,398,000	399,944	17	6,736,596	396,270	232	321
Aug	2008	23	9,374,600	407,591	14	4,329,907	309,279	200	215
Sep	2008	12	4,488,900	374,075	15	5,456,889	363,792	129	140
Oct	2008	15	5,627,899	375,193	11	4,061,500	369,227	67	67
Totals:		287	125,143,535	436,040	131	49,548,633	378,233	129	167

If you are interested in moving to Hood River County here are some websites you may find helpful. If you are looking to purchase a home in Hood River County I can help you with that as well. Please visit my website: AmyMcAllisterRealty to see current listings in Hood River and The Gorge area. I can show any listings in the area whether they are my listing or that of another agent.

CASCADE LOCKS

City of Cascade Locks

Cascade Locks Visitor info

Port of Cascade Locks

HOOD RIVER

Hood River County Chamber of Commerce

City of Hood River

Hood River County

Hood River Valley Parks & Recreation

Port of Hood River

Hood River County School District

Mt. Hood National Forest

Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area